Neonatal and childcare amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
Neonatal and childcare amidst COVID-19 Pandemic This is undeniably a scary time for all parents. While protecting themselves from the highly contagious COVID-19, they are trying to ensure the best of health for their children today and for years to come. To help parents navigate through these tough times, expert paediatricians at Apollo Hospitals Navi
From a doctor’s perspective, what are the most complex and difficult gynaecological procedures?
From a doctor’s perspective, what are the most complex and difficult gynaecological procedures? The female reproductive system is fascinatingly complex. Diseases, trauma and chronic conditions are also fairly common to these organs, requiring medical and sometimes surgical intervention. While a century ago these conditions were rarely understood, and subsequently poorly treated, thanks to advancement in
What are the Characteristics of the Different Types of Strokes?
What are the Characteristics of the Different Types of Strokes? Strokes occur either due to a clot obstructing the flow of blood to the brain, called an Ischemic Stroke, or due to rupture of a blood vessel, called a Haemorrhagic Stroke. A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), also called “Mini Stroke”, is caused by a temporary
Is a Brain Tumour Curable?
Is a Brain Tumour Curable? Brain tumour occurs when the brain cells grow abnormally. It applies pressure on the surrounding areas causing symptoms such as headache. Complete cure of Brain Tumour is very tricky and it also depends on the location, the degree to which it has affected other parts of brain and the size
Can You Survive a Brain Tumour?
Can You Survive a Brain Tumour? Brain Tumour or Brain Cancer is either a result of abnormal changes in the growth and division of cells in the brain or due to spread of cancer from other organs to the brain. The former is known as primary Brain Cancer, where cancer starts from the brain itself
What is the Recovery Period Like for Undergoing Brain Surgery?
What is the Recovery Period Like for Undergoing Brain Surgery? There are many conditions that can be treated with brain surgery, such as tumours and vascular malformations. There are various types of brain surgery, with the treatment depending on the condition and the affected area of the brain. Progress in surgical technology has made it
What are the Main Major Symptoms of Brain Tumours?
What are the Main Major Symptoms of Brain Tumours? A brain tumour is an accumulation or growth of abnormal cells in the brain. There are many types of brain tumours. Some are cancerous (Malignant) and some are Noncancerous (Benign). Some malignant tumours start in the brain, called Primary Brain Cancer, while in other cases, cancer
What Causes a Stroke?
What Causes a Stroke? A stroke occurs when the supply of blood to the brain is either cut off or reduced, causing the blockage of oxygen and nutrient supply to the brain, resulting in dead brain cells. A stroke is a medical emergency because strokes can lead to permanent disability or death and timely treatment
What Is It Like To Undergo Intraoperative (Awake Brain Surgery)
What Is It Like To Undergo Intraoperative (Awake Brain Surgery) When undergoing Intraoperative Brain Mapping, a patient is required to stay awake during the procedure. It is helpful in removing tumours and curing epilepsy, as it helps the surgeon locate the exact place and position of a tumour and remove it effectively. Intraoperative Brain Mapping
How Can You Recognize a Panic Attack or Heart Attack?
How Can You Recognize a Panic Attack or Heart Attack? Inputs by Dr. Nitin Jagasia, Consultant, Emergency Medicine, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. One can suddenly feel chest pain, shortness of breath, and a tingling sensation running through the body. Is it a heart attack or a panic attack? Both of these can have similar symptoms.
Understanding the need for Cardiac Rehabilitation
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), also known as chronic diseases are the result of a combination of
Leukaemia: Diagnosis & Treatment
Leukaemia: Diagnosis & Treatment Blood cells are all manufactured by the bone marrow – the
Overcoming a Frozen shoulder
Have you ever experienced prolonged pain and stiffness in your shoulder joint? Was this accompanied
If you are less than 28 weeks pregnant
If you are less than 28 weeks pregnant If you feel that your foetal movements
What should you do if you notice a decline in foetal movements?
What should you do if you notice a decline in foetal movements? It is always
What are Foetal movements?
What are Foetal movements? The first trimester is a period during which the foetus develops
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements Getting a peek into your baby’s world
What is a stroke-ready hospital?
What is a stroke-ready hospital? A stroke ready hospital is ready for patients with 24×7
Who is at risk for a stroke?
Who is at risk for a stroke? While stroke can be sudden and come without